By JOHN LIKANJE TORONTO, ON - The Golden State Warriors trailed by seven with 18.9 seconds remaining in the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Less than six minutes of game time later, they had a lead that they did not surrender. In between, four of the Warriors' Hamptons Five lineup (Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Andre Igoudala and Klay Thompson) connected on … [Read more...] about A bucket-by-bucket breakdown of Golden State’s historic run
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Bishop Kearney’s Thomas Bryant wraps up his first full NBA season
By JOHN LIKANJE WASHINGTON, D.C. - In 2015, Thomas Bryant was participating in the McDonald's All-American Boys Game with Dwayne Bacon, Antonio Blakeney, Jaylen Brown, Cheick Diallo, Henry Ellenson, Luke Kennard and Ben Simmons. In 2017, the Rochester native was battling to prove himself in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Bryant completed the 2018-19 season … [Read more...] about Bishop Kearney’s Thomas Bryant wraps up his first full NBA season
Jerry Stackhouse eager to start coaching tenure at Vanderbilt University
By JOHN LIKANJE NASHVILLE, T.N. - Vanderbilt University is most known for its academic excellence. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, the private institution is ranked No. 14 on the U.S. News And World Report National Universities Rankings. However, Vanderbilt was also home to notable professional athletes and sports personalities who we watch on television today. Skip … [Read more...] about Jerry Stackhouse eager to start coaching tenure at Vanderbilt University
Fourteen athletes confirmed to attend September USA Men’s World Cup Qualifying Team Training Camp
Courtesy of USA Basketball COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado -- Featuring 10 players who played for NBA teams in 2017-18, and the return of two players boasting of previous World Cup Qualifying game experience, USA Basketball announced today 14 players who will vie for a roster spot with USA's September World Cup Qualifying Team. The hopefuls will open training camp on Sept. … [Read more...] about Fourteen athletes confirmed to attend September USA Men’s World Cup Qualifying Team Training Camp
Xavier alum David West Announces retirement
Courtesy of GoXavier.com CINCINNATI --- A Xavier legend. That doesn’t even begin to tell the impact that David West has had on Xavier University during his time on campus and since his graduation. West, a 2003 Xavier University graduate and the 2003 National Player of the Year, announced his retirement today after a decorated 15-year NBA career. West won two NBA Championships … [Read more...] about Xavier alum David West Announces retirement